Presidio County Commissioner David Beebe has published a detailed and personal account of his experience during the deadly July 4 weekend flooding along the Guadalupe River near Hunt, Texas.
In a blog post titled “We Were in Hunt for the Flood”, Beebe recounts how he and his family narrowly escaped rising floodwaters in the early morning hours of July 4. The piece offers a firsthand look at the chaos of the storm, the suddenness of the emergency, and the challenges of navigating a disaster in a rural area with limited communication and infrastructure.
The full essay is available at:
👉 https://www.beebefortexas.com/blog/we-were-in-hunt-for-the-flood
Beebe uses the experience to reflect on his responsibilities as a local official, especially in regard to emergency preparedness. He discusses policy implications, the importance of public information officers, and how local governments can improve communication in times of crisis.
The flooding in Kerr County claimed several lives and caused widespread damage to homes, camps, and infrastructure. Beebe’s account adds a personal dimension to the broader public conversation about disaster readiness and local leadership in rural Texas.
